Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Tenterden, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Tenterden. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose chimney pots
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Signs you need a roof survey in Tenterden
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St Mildred, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Before booking anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How a roof survey works in Tenterden
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. Typical surveys look at valley linings that have cracked or split and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, across lead flashings, chimney stacks and flat roofs.
Houses in smaller places like Tenterden can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Place
- Tenterden (TN30)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A full building survey of the property
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Tenterden
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
What a roof survey looks like in Tenterden
Historic houses such as Smallhythe Place, about 2.2 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Tenterden goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you live near a park such as Turners Field, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Anyone responsible for a site like Tenterden Infant School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Tenterden is about 9 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Tenterden and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Tenterden and the places around it. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN30 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Golden Square, High Street and Station Road. You will find Tenterden on the A28 and B2067, so it is easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Broad Tenterden (1 mile south), St Michaels (1 mile north), Strood (2 miles west), London Beach (2 miles north) and Parkgate (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (15 miles north-west), Bearsted (15 miles north), Park Wood (13 miles north-west) and Kennington (11 miles north-east).
What’s near Tenterden
We work in homes and buildings around Turners Field, The Vine Inn and Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre. Nearby you will also find Tenterden and District Museum (under half a mile west) and Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles west).
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Nearby places to Tenterden
Also in Tenterden
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles, particularly at the verges and ridge.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Tenterden, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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FAQs for Tenterden
Do you cover smaller places like Tenterden?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Tenterden in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Tenterden is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.